Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1836
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 664 (1836)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000033025
Common Names
- Lasthenia glaberrima
- Smooth Goldfields
- Smooth Lasthenia
Synonyms
- Rancagua glaberrima Endl. ex Walp. [unknown]
Description
Lasthenia glaberrima (also called Glabrous Goldfields, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to California and is typically found in open grasslands and coastal scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Lasthenia glaberrima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal teas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Lasthenia glaberrima is bright yellow and daisy-like. The seeds are small, black and round-shaped. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lasthenia glaberrima is an annual that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Lasthenia glaberrima
Lasthenia glaberrima is native to the western United States, and can be found in dry, sandy soils. It is often found in open woodlands, fields, and roadsides.
Lasthenia glaberrima FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lasthenia glaberrima?
Lasthenia glaberrima
What is the natural habitat of Lasthenia glaberrima?
Lasthenia glaberrima is native to western North America
What is the flowering season of Lasthenia glaberrima?
Lasthenia glaberrima flowers in early spring
Species in the Lasthenia genus
Lasthenia kunthii,
Lasthenia burkei,
Lasthenia microglossa,
Lasthenia ornduffii,
Lasthenia glabrata,
Lasthenia glaberrima,
Lasthenia conjugens,
Lasthenia minor,
Lasthenia leptalea,
Lasthenia platycarpha,
Lasthenia chrysantha,
Lasthenia maritima,
Lasthenia debilis,
Lasthenia fremontii,
Lasthenia ferrisiae,
Lasthenia maritima,
Lasthenia californica,
Lasthenia gracilis,
Lasthenia coronaria,
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,